NFU award recognises Ukraine farmers
Farmers in Ukraine who have faced up to the horrifying and devastating challenges of the Russian invasion have collectively…
Tips for assisting calving cows
Alice EJ Miller BVSC DBR MRCVS Friars Moor Livestock Health The autumn calving season is well and truly under way, and…
Close encounters with the Royals
by Ruth Kimber. The Royal Family have always been great supporters of the rural community with a keen interest in…
Farmers’ leader on energy support package
New Prime Minister Liz Truss set our her energy support package for households and businesses last week. Responding to the…
Ultrasound scanning in farm vet work
As farm vets out on the road, we carry our office and pharmacy with us in our vehicles. One…
Thick hedges are home to a huge variety and quantity of wildlife
The long-awaited rain has given us to date three-quarters of an inch – well, it’s a start! Calving season has…
Tractor fun run
A tractor run for vintage and modern tractors, hosted by Di and James Hiscock of Caundle Marsh, will be…
Home food production has never been more important since the war
By Ruth Kinber. Still no meaningful rain. The cows are now being supplemented with second cut silage and the dry…
Fertility work and teaching
Alice Miller BVSC DBR MRCVS. Friars Moor Livestock Health. One of the best things about being a vet is the variety…
Countrymen UK celebrates its 10th anniversary at Ryland’s farm
Innovative local club helps men with life-limiting conditions access farm and countryside activities to improve their quality of life…
